On 10 September 2016, changes are being made to the Resident Return Visas (RRV) application processes.
Our preferred lodgement method for Resident Return Visas is online through ImmiAccount.
Applicants inside Australia
Oral and written Resident Return Visa applications, other than form 1085, will no longer be available from 10 September 2016.
Applicants inside Australia who cannot apply online must complete form 1085 and post the application to the following address from 10 September 2016:
Post
Resident Return Visa Application
Department of Immigration and Border Protection
GPO Box 9984
Sydney NSW 2001
OR
Courier
Resident Return Visa Application
Department of Immigration and Border Protection
26 Lee Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Applicants outside Australia
Written Resident Return Visa applications, other than form 1085, will no longer be available from 10 September 2016.
Applicants outside Australia who cannot apply online must complete paper form 1085 and send the application to the nearest Departmental office outside Australia. This lodgement process remains unchanged.
Further information about the Resident Return Visa (sub classes 155 and 157) changes will be available after the 10 September release date.
About this Visa
The Resident Return visa (sub classes 155 and 157) is for current or former Australian permanent residents and former Australian citizens who want to travel overseas and return to Australia as permanent residents.
The Resident Return visa will let you keep or regain your status as an Australian permanent resident.
Only Australian citizens have an automatic right of entry to Australia. All non-citizens need a visa that allows them to enter and remain in Australia.
